Question about a mac mini

Dr.Louis

Hey guys,

Just a quick question on something I saw on ebay-

http://cgi.ebay.ie/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=270203604547&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=017

Is it possible to upgrade the RAM on something like this?

Also what is the processor? I'm not really familiar with the mac processors.

(It will be used for low-key video and sound editing)

Thanks in advance!!

Louis.

Sad Professor

Dr.Louis wrote: »

http://cgi.ebay.ie/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=270203604547&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=017

Is it possible to upgrade the RAM on something like this?

At 1GB I think it may already be maxed out.

Also what is the processor? I'm not really familiar with the mac processors.

PPC G4 1.25Ghz. You won't be able to run Windows on it like you can with the newer Intel Macs.

ZENER

A lovely little machine but perhaps a little under powered for video and audio editing - it only has a 1.25GHz Motorola G4 processor. Current Macs use Intel Core2Duo processors with 2GB + of RAM capability.

1GB is the max the G4 can take so you're stuck at that - also the hard drive is small by todays standards.

There should be some Core Solos or Core Duos around for sale - a better option imo.

ZEN

Dr.Louis

Just the advice I needed, I'm clueless with these kind of things!!

Thanks a million guys, I'll keep away from it then!

Louis

jpfahy

That mini doesn't have bluetooth or wifi either so its a poor buy, i can't believe the bidding is that high and there's still four hours left, are people mad or what.
It will struggle running Leopard and I'll bet he isn't including the install discs.

Type 17

Looks like a classic case of eBay over-excitement causing over-bidding.

A good Mac for basics like surfing, email, etc, but not worth £225/€300 without keyboard, mouse, or monitor...